MacKenzie Scott: A Philanthropy of the Spirit in an Age of Abandonment
By Stacy M. Brown | Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent There are moments in history when a single act of generosity reveals the moral decay of an entire nation.…
MARTA Completes Garnett Station Platform Renovation
MARTA completes Garnett Station’s $5 million platform renovation, restoring full Red and Gold Line service and advancing its billion-dollar station modernization program across Atlanta.
MARTA Job Fair Set for Nov. 6 – Offering Competitive Pay and Benefits
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | October 28, 2025 The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is opening its doors to job seekers this fall, with a large-scale hiring…
From Tokens to Tap-to-Pay: MARTA Unveils Better Breeze
MARTA launches the “Better Breeze” upgrade, a modern contactless fare collection system arriving by spring 2026, bringing faster gates, tap-to-pay options, and enhanced rider security.
WIC and SNAP Funds Halted: Shutdown Deepens Food Insecurity Crisis
Millions of low-income Americans could lose food assistance as SNAP benefits halt November 1 amid a prolonged government shutdown, leaving families and food banks bracing for crisis.
Just 83 Shy: Atlanta Seniors Nearly Break Guinness Record at Wellness Celebration
By Milton Kirby | Atlanta, GA | October 21, 2025 ATLANTA — On Saturday, October 18, hundreds of seniors filled the Wolf Creek Amphitheater for a joyful and determined attempt…
After a decades-long population boom, Atlanta’s growth is slowing down
Atlanta’s explosive growth is slowing after decades of expansion, as families move to surrounding suburbs for space and affordability while the city grows denser and pricier.
The Tau Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Empowers Families to Build Generational Stability Featuring Financial Expert Jini Thornton
The Tau Pi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated hosts “The Power of Our Legacy” on October 25, featuring Jini Thornton’s practical roadmap for financial clarity, organization, and generational wealth transfer.
October Marks 40 Years of Breast Cancer Awareness: Every Story Is Unique, Every Journey Matters
October marks 40 years of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Know the signs, close the gaps, and act early. Every story is unique. Every journey matters. Get screened
Georgia Joins the National Cry of ‘No Kings’ in Peaceful Day of Protest
Thousands marched from Atlanta’s Civic Center to the State Capitol in the nationwide “No Kings” protests opposing Trump-era policies and calling for renewed democratic accountability















